1945 Austin 16 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 16 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
